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Messi has once again been Barca's go-to guy
Messi has once again been Barca's go-to guy

#2 Answer the Philippe Coutinho question

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Coutinho has not been the best fit for Barca
Coutinho has not been the best fit for Barca

Coutinho is a very good player great at dribbling, making assists and scoring amazing golazos. However, finding a fitting role for the Brazilian international has been a headache for Valverde.

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When the board led by president Josep Bartomeu decided to pay Liverpool £117m to get the player in January, a few eyebrows were raised. This was because it was not exactly clear where the 26-year-old would fit it.

He has been played in various positions, left-side in a three-man midfield, as a central midfielder or as an auxiliary winger. However, in all three roles, Barca already has players better suited to perform these roles.

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Messi's presence means Coutinho cannot be given a free role. His overtly-risky passing style means he cannot be trusted in central midfield. Ousmane Dembele, Malcolm and Munir El-Haddadi's pace make them better suited for playing on the flanks.

Valverde will have to make a decision on this and soon for the good of the team.

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